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August 7, 2016
What is a Modality in Massage Therapy
When you talk to massage therapists about whey they do, they will often refer to a “modality” that they specialize in. What do they mean? In massage therapy, as in many other career paths, certain words that you might not hear every day are common within the field. “Modality” is one of those words. According to Vocabulary.com, […]August 3, 2016
10 Medical Assistant Tools of the Trade
Medical assisting is a career with a lot of variety – every day brings in new patients with unique concerns. It’s no surprise, then, that as a medical assistant you need to know how to use many different tools and pieces of equipment. It’s a vital part of assisting the medical team with diagnosis and […]February 23, 2016
Medical Assistant Career
Deciding on a career path before starting school is vital, but there are so many choices. It is common to quickly become overwhelmed between the many options of schools and programs. However, First Institute provides a great opportunity for students to start career training through the Medical Assisting program. It equips students with the necessary […]February 23, 2016
Massage Therapy Career
Massage Therapy A Successful Massage Therapy Career Starts Here! Helping people feel their best through the healing touch is what massage therapists do. Some massage therapists help their patients recover from injury or manage pain, while others aid people in reducing their stress levels. Our students receive traditional classroom and hands-on training in areas including […]July 22, 2015
Dental Assisting Education
Complete Your Dental Assisting Education in Approximately a Year Located in Crystal Lake, First Institute’s dental assisting program in Illinois is designed to help students acquire the skills and education they need to succeed in a growing and rewarding field. You can complete your dental assisting education quickly – in approximately 50 weeks – andJuly 13, 2015
Medical Assistant Specializations
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) , the number of medical assisting jobs is projected to grow 29% from 2012 to 2022, making it one of the fastest growing job titles in health care. One of the reasons demand is rising so quickly is because Americans prefer to be treated by a specialist whenever […]June 8, 2015
What Will I Learn in Massage School
Get to know the human body, massage modalities, and the business of massage therapy Some people who are considering the Massage Therapy program at First Institute are surprised when they read about the classes included. After all, some aren’t what most would consider massage classes, but they are vital to developing your overall knowledge and expertise.June 8, 2015
Studying for Medical Assistant Program Finals
Between coursework and hands-on training, our Medical Assistant program covers a lot of information. From textbook readings about medical terminology to comprehensive lectures covering anatomy and physiology, you are required to absorb a lot of information, which can make preparing for finals a tough challenge. Here are a few tips on how to prepare for […]June 8, 2015
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